Beetlejuice, the 1988 film directed by Tim Burton, was a cult classic that showcased his unique style and wit. As fans eagerly await his next project, anticipation builds for what this visionary director will bring to the screen. It appears that he’ll be visiting on Wednesday in Season 2 for the first time.
Collider reports that Tim Burton may direct four out of the eight episodes for this forthcoming season, mirroring his involvement in Season 1. Manufacturing is already underway, so fans of the hit Netflix series may not have long to wait (Season 1 debuted in 2022).
With Beetlejuice’s sequel generating a substantial amount of revenue, despite its $100 million production budget, high hopes are building for a potential threequel; however, this remains unconfirmed, especially given co-star Jenna Ortega’s busy schedule as lead and producer on Wednesday, while also preparing to promote various upcoming films, including the adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s Klara and the Sun.
According to Al Gough, creator of the hit series, Matt Berry’s personal relationship with co-star Ortega was a significant factor in his decision to return for Season 2: “Matt has genuinely fallen in love with the show and its people, particularly Jenna Ortega – he’s having an absolute blast.” Considering our shared success, I expected him to exclaim, “I’ve done it.” Peace out.’ Yeah. He simply doesn’t do this. When someone has a deep passion for something, they are unlikely to harbour cynicism towards anything else. While I disagree with your assertion, I believe that’s the opposite because Beetlejuice has struggled commercially, unlike its director Michael Keaton, who didn’t quite achieve his desired level of success with this particular project. He sought to recount the tale. There may be nothing cynical. It’s utterly Tim.”
As the stakes elevate in season two, a significant shift towards amplifying the horror element is poised to overshadow romantic entanglements, a creative direction championed by Ortega himself following the massive success of season one, catapulting it into one of Netflix’s most cherished properties ever?
Despite generally positive reviews, some critics pinpointed areas where the show could improve, with Ortega being particularly vocal about its limitations in terms of comedic timing and romantic development. Will the upcoming season 2 deliver an equally captivating experience now that she’s assumed a more prominent role both on-screen and off?
